Nano Exploring The Nanoworld
Nano Exploring The Nanoworld
the Nanoworld
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Introduction to
Nanotechnology
● What is nanotechnology?
● A unit for measuring the
extremely small.
● Measured in nanometers
(one billionth of a meter).
Introduction to Nanotechnology
● The Nano World involves
manipulating materials at the
atomic or molecular level.
● Nanometers are one billionth
of a meter, revealing unique
properties of materials.
● Why do you think studying
materials at such a small
scale is important?
Understanding the Scale of Nanometers
Understanding the Scale of Nanometers
● One nanometer
is one billionth
of a meter.
● How small is a
billion?
● Engage: Can
you think of
objects that
might be
measured in
nanometers?
Unique Properties of Nanomaterials
● Enhanced strength and flexibility
in materials like carbon
nanotubes and graphene.
● Distinct electrical and optical
properties at the nanoscale,
e.g., quantum dots.
● How might these properties
change the materials we use in
everyday life?
Real-World Examples of
Nanotechnology
● Example: Emperor penguin skin.
● Tick size: about one thousandth of a
meter.
● Bacterium size: about one millionth
of a meter.
Applications in Medicine
● Nanoparticles can deliver drugs directly to
diseased cells, improving efficacy.
● Enhanced imaging techniques using
magnetic nanoparticles for better diagnostics.
● What are some potential benefits of targeted
drug delivery in cancer treatment?
Impact on Electronics
● Nanoscale transistors
enable faster, more efficient
computer processors.
● Potential applications in
quantum computing with
nanoscale components.
● What challenges do you
think we face in developing
quantum computing
technologies?
Real-World Examples of
Nanotechnology?
Exploring Bacteria and DNA
● Bacterium's DNA radius:
about one nanometer.
● DNA is composed of many
atoms.
● Engage: Why do you think
understanding DNA is
important in
nanotechnology?
Atoms and Matter
● Atoms are the building
blocks of all matter.
● The relationship
between atoms and
nanotechnology.
● Engage: How do you
think nanotechnology
impacts material
science?
The Nanoworld: A New Perspective
● What is a nanometer?
● Give an example of something measured
in nanometers.
● Why is DNA significant in the study of
nanotechnology?
Further Reading and Resources
● Suggested books and articles on nanotechnology.
● Online resources for further exploration.
● Engage: What topics would you like to explore further?
Group Activity:
Nanotechnology Innovations